Average monthly wind speed in San Mateo (CA)

Here you can view the typical wind conditions throughout the year in San Mateo, (California), the United States of America.

Throughout the year, wind speeds in San Mateo average from 3 m/s (6 knots) and increase to 7 m/s (14 knots).

The 3 m/s (6 knots) average wind speed in January, November and December brings moderate air movement. Conditions can vary throughout the month, with some days experiencing stronger winds and others remaining calm. At this average speed, leaves and small branches move steadily, and flags show continuous motion. This equates to about 11 kilometers per hour or 6.7 miles per hour.

The windiest period, June and July has average wind speeds of 7 m/s (14 knots). This means typical days feature strong gusts that create resistance when walking and make large trees sway noticeably. Wind becomes a constant factor. The speed translates to 25.2 kilometers per hour or 15.7 miles per hour. While intensity varies throughout the day, consistently strong winds are the norm.

For more detailed information about San Mateo’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our San Mateo climate page.